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Málaga
This city is considered by many to be the major centre of the touristy Costa del Sol. However most package tourists go straight from the airport to the resort towns of Fuengirola, Marbella and Torremolinos leaving Málaga to the locals.
Although not as spectacular as Granada or Sevilla, this city still has plenty of attractions to keep visitors busy. The main attractions are the Alcazaba and Gibralfaro, a Muslim fortress and adjoining castle which dominate the area to the west of the city centre. Málaga's cathedral is another important sight, centrally located on Plaza del Obispo.
Pablo Picasso was born in Málaga and fans of his work may visit the house where he was born as well as the Museo Picasso.
Because of its proximity to the Costa del Sol resorts there are plenty of charter flights including some bargains which makes Málaga a popular entry point into Spain for some travellers.
Practical information
Andalucia Tourist Office
Pasaje Chinitas 4, Málaga
Tel 952 213 445
Municipal Tourist Office
Avenida de Cervantes 1, Málaga
Tel 952 604 410
Hostel accommodation
Babia Hostel Centro
Plaza de Los Mártires 6, Málaga 29008
Tel 952 222 730
Downtown Málaga Hostel
Pasaje de Clemens 11 (Calle Victoria), Málaga 29012
Instalación Juvenil Málaga
Plaza de Pío XII, 29007, Malaga
Tel 951 308 170
La Casa Mata
Calle Molinillo del Aceite 5, 29008 Malaga
Tel 952 229 265
Malaga School Hostel
Calle Bolivia 101, Málaga
Tel 660 720 023
Melting Pot Backpackers Hostel
Paseo de Salvador Rueda 9, 29016 Malaga
Train Alameda Principal, then bus 11 (stop: Paseo de Sancha)
Tel 952 600 571
Picasso's Corner Backpackers Hostel
Calle San Juan de Letrán, 29012 Malaga
Tel 952 212 287
Residencia Universitaria Guadalmar
Calle Jerónimo Bobadilla 4, 29003 Malaga
Tel 952 333 773
Residencia Universitaria Jacinto Benavente
Avenida de Jacinto Benavente 25, 29011 Malaga
Tel 952 657 099
Residencia Universitaria Santa Paula
Calle Especería 5, 29005 Malaga
Tel 952 214 148
Roaming Bull Hostel
Calle Guzmán el Bueno 38, Malaga
Tel 952 204 837
Piscis Backpackers
Level 6, Calle Cuarteles 33, Malaga 29002
Sol Backpacker
Calle Ferraz 11, 29002 Malaga
